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ADS Instant Music

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Item Number: A03-2002
Model: RDX150
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Popular Music Formats with ADS Instant Music

Just plug the Instant Music into a USB port on your computer and you are ready to begin recording from any analog audio source into the most popular digital audio formats available such as MP3, WAV and WMA (Windows Media 9 Audio) and AAC. Once in a digital format you can create Audio CDs, MP3 CDs or have the audio ready to be played for your personal music enjoyment on a variety of MP3 player devices.

Convert your old collection of cassettes and LPs into crisp, clear digital audio and then create audio CDs and MP3 CDs so you can keep a personal archive of your collection that will not degrade or deteriorate over time. Use the LP or Cassette to Audio CD Wizards in the included Nero SoundTrax software to go from LP to CD audio in 4 simple steps. ADS Tech respects the rights of copyright owners and asks that you do the same.

Note: For LP audio conversion process, a preamp is required.


Detailed Features

Nero Mix
A compact application that lets you easily record, play back, create playlists and burn your audio CD. Transform your computer into the ultimate recording studio!
Nero SoundTrax
A professional program for the production of audio CDs. Compile, mix or edit your audio files. Transfer your records or tapes to your PC in just a few easy steps.
Nero Wave Editor 2
Create your own individual audio files quickly and easily with different filters and sound optimization methods. Features: non-destructive editing; real time audio processing; crossfade between audio sections; automatic track splitting and exporting of tracks to separate files; nero Audio Plug In - read or write WAV, MP3, WMA or AIFF files; support for DirectX and VST Audio Filter Plug-ins!

Specifications

  • Audio In: RCA Stereo (Left and Right); SPDIF (Toslink)
  • Audio Out: RCA Stereo (Left and Right); SPDIF (Toslink)
  • Power: USB bus power (no external supply needed)
  • USB: USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compatible as a Full Speed Device
  • Audio Specs:
    • Capture: 16 bit
    • Sampling Rate: 8, 11, 16, 22.05, 32 44.1 or 48 kHz
      - THD+N = 0.01%
      - SNR= 89dB
    • Playback: 16 bit
      - Sampling Rate - 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
      - THD+N = 0.005%
      - SNR = 96dB
A Closer Look

Features

  • Record Your Old LPs and Cassettes to Audio CD and MP3
  • Save Music as MP3, WAV, WMA and AAC iPod audio formats
  • Burn Professional quality CDs
  • Capture from any audio source: cassette, turn table, TV, radio, DVD
  • Mac Users can use Instant Music with Garage Band or Sound Studio 2.1
  • Simply plug into USB port

Minimum System Requirements

  • An available USB port
  • CD-ROM - for software installation
  • CD burner - for making VCD's or burning video files to CD-writable discs
  • For Windows PC:
    - Minimum CPU - Intel Pentium 3 500 MHz or faster
    - Windows 98SE
    - WinME
    - Win2000
    - WinXP (Home or Professional)
    - 256 MB of RAM
  • Macintosh:
    - Apple G4
    - Mac OS 10.X
    - An available USB port
    - Garage Band or Sound Studio 2.1
Customer Reviews and Rating  
Customer Rating:    4
Customer Reviews: 16

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Value 4.1
Features 4.0
Quality 4.1
Performance 4.0

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Reviewer:  allenm on  Jan 25, 2008
Customer Rating:    1.0
Value 1.0
Features 1.0
Quality 1.0
Performance 1.0

I use the ADS instant music to transform my audio to 5.1. I connect an optical cable from it's output to the input of my 1000 watt surround sound system. This converts everything to 5.1 and sounds great! Oh, and I also use it to record music as they advertise.


Reviewer:  John Wing on  Nov 14, 2007
Customer Rating:    4.3
Value 5.0
Features 4.0
Quality 4.0
Performance 4.0

When I burned CD from the Nero software ADS provides, the first song always distorted. It sounds like the input is too lound. Otherwise, this is a great product. Is there anyone can help me?


Reviewer:  jb on  Sep 17, 2007
Customer Rating:    5.0
Value 5.0
Features 5.0
Quality 5.0
Performance 5.0

Works great! I use Xandros Linux as my primary OS, so compatability is always a concern. I plugged it into a USB port and a few seconds later it was instantly available as an audio device. No configuring, standing on my head, loading drivers, etc. (note: this is Linux, and its driver is probably already in the kernel; in Windows you'd likely need to load the driver included on the CD). I use Audacity to record, and it works like a champ! My setup includes a Dual turntable and old Sansui hi-fi pre-amp. I connect the output of the pre-amp directly to this gadget, and can then use the pre's volume control to control the input gain.


Reviewer:  sunrays55 on  Aug 16, 2007
Customer Rating:    5.0
Value 5.0
Features 5.0
Quality 5.0
Performance 5.0

Disadvantage is the inability to control input recording levels. Music recorded were distorted. My solution; instead of making direct connections on my amplifiers ''out'' ports, decided to use headphone socket where I can control the sound going into the ADS Instant Music using the amplifier's volume control knob. Connections were made using a Y cable with 2 rca plugs at one end, connects to ADS Instant music. Other end is a 3.5mm stereo jack (standard size among walkman heaphones) to headphone socket of my Yahama stereo receiver. Believe me recording was a breeze. Really satisified. Now enjoy my cassette music collections converted to cd, others loaded to my MP3 player. A good buy. Can record music from my Sirius Satellite radio that came in with TV Satellite service.


Reviewer:  IPO Trader on  Jun 29, 2007
Customer Rating:    2.3
Value 2.0
Features 2.0
Quality 3.0
Performance 2.0

This device does not provide any ability to adjust the input recording level. Therefore, if the line output of the device from which one is recording, a 1960's vintage Akai reel-to-reel tape deck in my case, provides excessive gain then the InstantMusic device is overdriven and produces distorted recording. There is a recording level adjustment present in the OEM Nero software provided but, for some reason, that function is disabled. Additionally, in an attempt to determine if the full version of Nero provides the ability to attenuate the input level I've contacted their customer support and they have not even bothered to reply. Beware, if you buy this product you may have to buy or build your own L-Pad attenuator and there is no support to help you with any questions that you may have. Lastly, if I thought Tiger would refund my money after opening the package, I'd send it back in a second!


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Limited Warranty

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Manufactured by: ADS Technologies
Warranty provided by: ADS Technologies
Limited Warranty: 12 months parts; 12 months labor
Mfg Part No: RDX150
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Box Size: ( Length: 9, Width: 7, Depth: 4 )
Shipping Weight: .8500 pound(s)
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